Mike Schuler

Mike Schuler is the Managing Editor of gCaptain, where he has led editorial operations since June 2008. He oversees daily news coverage on global shipping, maritime security, offshore energy, and industry policy, and has built a reputation for delivering timely and insightful maritime news—often breaking key stories that influence industry discussions. Mike holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Financial Management from The Catholic University of America, and a certificate in Data Analytics and Visualization from the University of Arizona. Before joining gCaptain, he held positions at Intrawest Hospitality Management and Union Beer Distributors. His expertise spans supply chain and logistics, energy policy, global trade dynamics, and maritime security. Mike's reporting is known for its clarity, accuracy, and ability to explain complex maritime topics to broad audiences.


Friday, August 5, 2022
Tidewater Confirms ‘Inflection Point’ in Offshore Support Vessel Market
Shipping

Tidewater Confirms ‘Inflection Point’ in Offshore Support Vessel Market

Houston-based Tidewater Inc. (NYSE: TDW), owner and operators of the world’s largest fleet of offshore support vessels, says this year has marked an

August 5, 2022
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An alaska state ferry underway near Ketchikan, Alaska
Shipping

U.S. Allocates $172 Million to Improve Ferry Services

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration has announced more than $172 million in funding to help improve ferry services in 35

August 5, 2022
Total Views: 1338

Smoke rises from a hold in the cargo ship Kota Bahagia in Napier Port, New Zealand.
Accidents

Hot Work Led to 7-Day Blaze on Cargo Ship in New Zealand -Accident Report

Hot work has been identified as the source of a seven-day blaze on board a cargo ship in New Zealand in December 2020. New Zealand’s Transport Accident

August 5, 2022
Total Views: 2657

Project cargo is unloaded from a ship in port.
Shipping

Maersk Adds to Project Cargo Capability with New Acquisition

Maersk is extending its streak of acquisitions with an agreement to acquire a Denmark-based project cargo specialist. A.P. Moller – Maersk will acquire

August 5, 2022
Total Views: 2444

Thursday, August 4, 2022
seaspan containerships
Shipping

Seaspan Parent Atlas Corporation Receives Buyout Offer from Controlling Shareholders Plus ONE

A consortium made up of a controlling shareholders of NYSE-listed Atlas Corporation (ATCO) and Japanese container carrier ONE have made non-binding offer for

August 4, 2022
Total Views: 3448

A containership being loaded at the Port of New York and New Jersey at night.
Shipping

FMC Chairman Says Anti-Competitive Behavior Will Not Fly After Port Of New York Visit

Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) Chairman Daniel B. Maffei visited the Port of New York and New Jersey on Wednesday to meet with trucking representatives and

August 4, 2022
Total Views: 2944

West to East Cargo Shift Causing Most Ships to Arrive Late at East Coast Ports
Shipping

West to East Cargo Shift Causing Most Ships to Arrive Late at East Coast Ports

East Coast ports are falling victim to their own success, says Xeneta’s Peter Sand. Less than one in five containerships are now arriving on time on the

August 4, 2022
Total Views: 7174

Pioneering spirit
Offshore

Offshore Decommissioning Costs in the UK North Sea Falling

The cost estimate of decommissioning oil and gas infrastructure in the UK sector of the North Sea has been cut by 25% in the past five years, reflecting the

August 4, 2022
Total Views: 2309

Hurricane Ida Water Vapor Photo
Marine Weather

NOAA Maintains Above-Average Hurricane Outlook Despite Slow Start

The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is continuing to call for a an above-average Atlantic hurricane season this year despite

August 4, 2022
Total Views: 1663

Wednesday, August 3, 2022
A 2019 view of vessels in the Singapore Strait April 3, 2019. Picture taken on April 3, 2019. REUTERS/Henning Gloystein/File Photo
Ports

Singapore Suspends Glencore Unit’s Bunker License Over Contaminated Fuel Supply

A Singaporean unit of commodities trading giant Glencore has had its bunker supplier license suspended for two months after an investigation revealed that it

August 3, 2022
Total Views: 3739

Storm Chasing Drones Ready to Intercept Major Hurricanes At Sea
Marine Weather

Storm Chasing Drones Ready to Intercept Major Hurricanes At Sea

For a second year in a row, U.S.-based ocean data specialist Saildrone is sending a fleet of storm chasing drones into the heart of the Atlantic Ocean’s

August 3, 2022
Total Views: 2525

Statue of Liberty overlooking Port of New York and New Jersey
Ports

Port of New York and New Jersey Hopes New Container Imbalance Fee Can Help Clear Empty Containers

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has announced a new “container imbalance fee” for ocean carriers to help clear long-dwelling empty

August 3, 2022
Total Views: 2071

FILE PHOTO: Crew members look out from the MV Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller as it berths at a PSA International port terminal in Singapore,
Shipping

Maersk’s Hot Streak Continues

Maersk reports its 15th consecutive quarter with year-on-year earnings improvements. A.P. Moller – Maersk (Maersk) reported a net profit of $8.6 billion

August 3, 2022
Total Views: 915

Tuesday, August 2, 2022
A containership arrives at the Port of Rotterdam
Environment

Singapore and Rotterdam to Establish ‘World’s Longest’ Green Shipping Corridor

The port authorities at the ports of Singapore and Rotterdam, two of the largest bunkering ports in the world, have partnered up to launch what they claim will

August 2, 2022
Total Views: 4835

offshore rig
Offshore

Transocean Says Offshore Drilling Market Rebounding After ‘Extremely Challenging’ Eight Years

Offshore drilling contractor Transocean says the market for offshore drilling services is clearly recovering after eight “extremely challenging”

August 2, 2022
Total Views: 3154

MSC Tessa, one of the world's largest containerships, under construction at Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding in Shanghai, China. Photo courtesy CSSC.
Shipbuilding

Future World’s Largest Containership Launched in China

China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) has announced the launch of what is claimed to be the world’s largest capacity containership coming in at

August 2, 2022
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Maersk ship entering the Port of Rotterdam
Shipping

Maersk Upgrades Guidance as Congestion Lingers ‘Longer Than Anticipated’

Lingering congestion in container shipping is continuing to buoy high freight rates, leading the world’s number two ocean carrier to upgrade its earnings

August 2, 2022
Total Views: 1752

Monday, August 1, 2022
Future ‘USNS Apalachicola’ Could Become the Navy’s First Autonomous Ship
Defense

Future ‘USNS Apalachicola’ Could Become the Navy’s First Autonomous Ship

The U.S. Navy is conducting a series of tests aimed at advancing autonomous capabilities and navigation, demonstrating that a large ship can become a

August 1, 2022
Total Views: 6833

Six Rescued After Tug Pushing Barges Collides with Powerboats in Texas
Accidents

Six Rescued After Tug Pushing Barges Collides with Powerboats in Texas

Six people were rescued from the water near Goat Island, Texas on Saturday after a tugboat pushing barges collided with two recreational powerboats. U.S. Coast

August 1, 2022
Total Views: 4592

Friday, July 29, 2022
Pasha Takes Delivery of LNG-Powered Containership for Hawaii Trade
Shipping

Pasha Takes Delivery of LNG-Powered Containership for Hawaii Trade

Hawaii-based Pasha Hawaii has taken delivery of the MV George III, the first LNG-powered ship on the U.S. West Coast and the first to serve Hawaii. The Jones

July 29, 2022
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